South Hadley: The Tigers went undefeated against Division II foes this fall, losing only to Longmeadow and Chicopee Comp. The Tigers won a share of the Suburban League title, rebounding from a 4-6 season, thanks to 14 returning starters. Running backs T.J. Fitzell and Bryan Shippee have each rushed for 700-plus yards and have combined to score 25 touchdowns. The team last reached the postseason in 2010, when it defeated Putnam on a last-second field goal.Last playoff game: 2010 Western Mass. Super Bowl, defeated Putnam 16-14

Commerce: Red Raiders have won six straight games. The Springfield school has fashioned one of the most dominant defenses the region has seen in years, posting five shutouts this season. Linebackers Hassan Graham and UConn commit Sha-ki Holines lead Springfield School, which reached last year’s Super BowlLast playoff game: 2011 Western Mass. Super Bowl, lost to Putnam 48-6Last playoff win: 2011 Western Mass. semifinals, defeated Hoosac Valley 18-7